A definition of the term "languor" is presented. It refers to a feeling of weariness or exhaustion as from illness. Languor also means lack of vigor or animation, or lassitude. The reference entry is from the "Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary," published by F.A. Davis Co.

A definition of the medical term "ischesis" is presented. It refers to the suppression of a discharge, especially a normal one. The definition is from the "Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary," published by F.A. Davis Co.

Definitions of the medical term "plasticity" are presented. It refers to the ability to be molded. It also refers to the ability of tissues to grow or integrate with others during development, after trauma, or after an illness. The definitions are from the "Taber's Cyclopedic Medical...

Several definitions of the term "strain" are presented. The term means to injure by making too strong an effort or by excessive use. It also refers to excessive use of a part of the body so that it is injured. Riders' strain refers to strain of the adductor longus muscles of the thigh.